Ana was ranked 18th when she began working with Sears and she finished 2012 ranked 12th, her highest ranking since 2009 and her highest career-end ranking since 2008. Ana currently stands at 12th in the rankings but is projected to fall to 17th or 18th on Monday following her second round loss at Wimbledon.

"I’d like to thank Nigel for his dedication and professionalism. I enjoyed working with him," said Ana.